But wait - there is another Power Cord Update !!!
- you just had to know this one was coming :-)
As per my posting above RE: my 11 ft extension cable
- I tried the same modification on the power cable from the 11 ft extension cable to my amp
- so now I have 12 gauge solid core Neotech OCC copper from the outlet to my amp
I took the same approach
- I replaced the 4 strands of 28 gauge Vh Audio solid copper with a single strand of the 12 gauge Neotech wire.
- I removed the teflon insulation and replaced it with Cotton sleeve (see previous post)
This really opened up the performance of my Bryston B135 integrated amp to new levels of detail
- larger image in all dimensions
- more focused image
- better low end control and details
- improved clarity
- better dynamics
The improvements were barely noticeable immediately, but really started to improve after about 2 days 24/7 playback (I don’t have a burner)
The PC seemed to have settled after about 5 days playing - I haven’t noticed any further improvement
However - i am not sure this level of improvement will be achieved using separates, since I believe most of these improvements are achieved within the pre-amp section of the B135 and not so much in the two power amps.
FYI...
- the B135 is in fact three separate amplifiers in a single case
- each has it’s own power supply (3 separate transformers, smoothing capacitors etc...)
I believe @wig is updating one of his power cables to this latest development - I look forward to reading his feedback
I am planning the same update to the power cable that attaches the extension cable to the power distribution box, which distributes power to my two source components.
Just waiting on the Neotech wire from the UK - I will post my findings in about 2-3 of weeks.
It will be very interesting :-)
Regards - Steve